New Zealand (NZ) vs Pakistan (PAK)

📅 Date: 14th February 2025
Time: 02:30 PM IST
🏟 Venue: National Stadium

🔮 Win Probability

  • New Zealand (NZ): 42%

  • Pakistan (PAK): 58%

📌 Pakistan enters as favorites, but New Zealand’s batting depth makes them strong contenders.

🌍 Ground Conditions: National Stadium

  • Average First-Innings Score (Last 5 ODIs): 269

  • Average Wickets Per Match: 8

  • Score Breakdown:

    • Below 240 Runs: 3 matches

    • 240-320 Runs: 5 matches

    • 320+ Runs: 2 matches

📌 A balanced pitch where both batters and bowlers have opportunities.

  • Decision After Winning Toss:

    • Bat First: 80%

    • Chase: 20%

  • Win Rate After Winning Toss: 4/10 Matches Won (40%)

📌 Batting first has been the preferred choice, leading to more wins.

  • Fantasy Point Contribution:

    • Batting: 58%

    • Bowling: 42%

  • Bowling Breakdown:

    • Pace: 52%

    • Spin: 48%

📌 Pacers slightly have the edge, but spinners can play a crucial role, especially in middle overs.

🔥 Players to Watch

🏅 Suggested Players

  • A Salman (PAK) – In-form all-rounder, key fantasy pick.

  • M Henry (NZ) – Leading wicket-taker, strong fantasy performer.

  • S Afridi (PAK) – Left-arm pacer, key in powerplay & death overs.

  • M Rizwan (PAK) – Dependable wicketkeeper-batter.

🏏 Expected Batting Order

New Zealand (NZ)

  1. W Young – Aggressive opener

  2. D Conway – Solid left-handed top-order batter

  3. K Williamson – Key stabilizer, in top form

  4. D Mitchell – Power hitter in the middle order

Pakistan (PAK)

  1. F Zaman – Explosive left-handed opener

  2. B Azam – Anchor, world-class batter

  3. M Rizwan – Key middle-order batter

  4. S Shakeel – Strong finisher

📌 Top-order batters are crucial for fantasy points, as powerplay will set the tone.

📌 Top Performers & Fantasy Insights

🏆 Best Players in Head-to-Head (H2H) Battles

  • M Bracewell (NZ)136 Fantasy Points per match

  • A Ahmed (PAK)122 Fantasy Points per match

🏟️ Best Players at This Venue

  • A Salman (PAK)96 Fantasy Points per match

  • M Rizwan (PAK)82 Fantasy Points per match

📌 All-rounders and top-order batters are the best choices for fantasy picks.

⚡ Powerplay Insights

Batters in Powerplay

  • F Zaman (PAK)55.4 Fantasy Points per match

  • D Conway (NZ)35 Fantasy Points per match

Bowlers in Powerplay

  • M Bracewell (NZ)19.4 Fantasy Points per match

  • S Afridi (PAK)19.25 Fantasy Points per match

📌 Early wickets and attacking batters will be crucial in fantasy teams.

⚡ Death Overs Specialists

Death Over Bowlers

  • M Henry (NZ)41.2 Fantasy Points per match

  • W O'Rourke (NZ)28 Fantasy Points per match

📌 Late wickets will be crucial for fantasy points.

📊 Team Form & Recent Matches

New Zealand’s Recent Form

W | W | L | W | W

Pakistan’s Recent Form

W | L | W | W | W

📌 Pakistan has better form, making them the stronger fantasy choice.

💡 Fantasy Points Leaders (Last 5 Matches)

🏏 Top Fantasy Performers

  • A Salman (PAK)696 Points in 5 Matches

  • M Henry (NZ)447 Points in 5 Matches

  • M Rizwan (PAK)425 Points in 5 Matches

  • S Afridi (PAK)425 Points in 5 Matches

  • G Phillips (NZ)357 Points in 5 Matches

  • M Santner (NZ)346 Points in 5 Matches

  • K Williamson (NZ)335 Points in 2 Matches

  • A Ahmed (PAK)273 Points in 4 Matches

📌 A Salman, Henry, and Afridi are must-have picks for this game.

📍 Venue & Pitch Report: National Stadium

  • Pitch Summary: A balanced track, slightly favoring batters.

  • Fantasy Points Contribution:

    • Batting: 58%

    • Bowling: 42%

  • Average First-Innings Score: 269

  • Wickets Per Match: 8

📌 A good mix of batters and bowlers should be included in fantasy teams.

📢 Fantasy Team Selection Tips

  1. Prioritize In-Form PlayersA Salman, M Henry, and S Afridi are top picks.

  2. Choose Powerplay & Death Over SpecialistsZaman, Rizwan, and Afridi can bring solid points.

  3. Include Key All-RoundersSalman & Santner provide great balance.

  4. Captain & Vice-Captain Choices:

    • Captain: A Salman / M Henry

    • Vice-Captain: S Afridi / K Williamson

📝 Final Thoughts

  • Pakistan is the favorite, but New Zealand has match-winners like Williamson and Henry.

  • Batting first has a 60% win rate, so fantasy team selection should consider the toss.

  • Expect a good mix of batting and bowling points.

  • Pick Salman, Rizwan, and Afridi as key fantasy choices.

🏆 Use these insights to create a winning fantasy team! 🚀